It was our privilege to be able to look after the family of Mr Eddie Goodall who agreed to their father’s funeral service being documented for a moving photo essay on yesterday’s Guardian online. Mr Goodall died of CV-19 earlier this month and his funeral would...
William Purves has been leading a campaign to revive a tradition of bowing for pausing passing hearses. This mark of respect supports a bereaved family who, because of CV-19 restrictions, may not be able attend the funeral. The campaign launched on Facebook last month...
Funerals have changed so much in recent days, here is an update from Tim Purves. The most important thing is that we’re still here for you when you need us most – you just need to call us. Posted by William Purves Funeral Directors on Friday, 3 April 2020...
As of 26 March, the way we arrange and deliver funerals has changed again in line with the latest government and industry guidelines. Crucially we are here for anyone who needs us 24/7 but with the following measures in place. Arranging [post_stricter_measures_covid]...
There are significant changes to traditional funeral arranging arising from the coronavirus pandemic which we are monitoring closely. Looking after families at their time of need continues to be our priority as does providing dignity for the deceased at this...
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